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8 Austin Jewelry Designers to Consider as You Shop Local

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Austin Jewelry Designers

Cleopatra collection by Austin jewelry designer Haley Lebeuf (Credit: Haley Lebeuf)

Nobody can deny Austin is a place where creativity and entrepreneurism thrive–often hand in hand. So it’s no surprise there are a number of local jewelry designers who are rocking it, creating collections that could take your breath away.

From Nina Berenato to Vinca to Kendra Scott, there’s something to fit every style. Next time you’re searching for just the right piece for yourself or a loved one, shop local by checking out these Austin jewelry designers and their work. [Read more…]

Start-Up Kids Club Inspires Young Entrepreneurs in Austin

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Start-Up Kids Club Austin Texas

Start-Up Kids Club helps children develop critical thinking skills, confidence, and responsibility
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Entrepreneurship flows within the veins of our city. And while we typically hear about businesses founded by adult Austinites, that doesn’t mean kids can’t participate in the fun. Start-Up Kids Club is a local nonprofit that provides children with the opportunity to found their own start-up business, while learning critical thinking and other skills that propel them through school and life.

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Roux Saint James Inspires With Intention-based Botanical Compounds

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Roux Saint James Tester Wall in Austin

Peruse the wall of products and testers to try different scents at Roux Saint James (Credit: Mariah William)

If you battle with sensitive skin, then you understand how hard it can be to find products that don’t cause a reaction. Krista Lacey at Roux Saint James is all too familiar with this challenge. That’s why she created a line of intention-based botanical compounds for her Austin-based perfumery.

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Go Backstage With Austin Symphony Orchestra

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Austin Symphony Orchestra Rehearsal

Austin Symphony Orchestra always delivers high-quality performances, but there is extensive behind-the-scenes preparation for the big day, from determining musical selections each season to rehearsal (Credit: Brittany Ballard)

If you’ve attended an Austin Symphony Orchestra concert, then you’re aware how magical the experience can be. The notes seem to fly through the air to wrap audience members in an embrace and–in my case–gift tears of joy.

But while the general public counts down to the day of the show, there’s much more to the Austin Symphony Orchestra than what you see during a performance. Take a step backstage with me, to learn more about Conductor Peter Bay and the preparation required to deliver a high-quality, moving concert. [Read more…]

Day Trip Guide to Fredericksburg, Texas

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Texas Wine Trail Fredericksburg Texas

There are more than two dozen wineries located in Fredericksburg and the surrounding county
(Credit: Jared Tennant Photography)

With so much to do in Texas Hill Country, it can be a difficult deciding on your next day trip adventure. One place to consider is Fredericksburg, a charming town with a proud German heritage, located less than two hours west of Austin.

No matter what you end up doing there, you’ll fall in love with Fredericksburg! Here are a few of my personal recommendations for your next visit.

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Austin-based CooMo Travel Enables Crowd-sourced Trip Planning

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Easy Vacation Planning With Austin Company CooMo

Founded in Austin, CooMo Travel relieves the stress of vacation planning (Credit: Tyler Moyer)

Everyone has a dream vacation in their mind. Admit it: you know exactly what countries you’d visit, the activities you’d schedule, and how long you’d want to stay.

But moving from dreaming to actually planning a trip can be tricky. There are flights to book, hotels to find, food options to salivate over. It’s stressful!

Well, stress no more. CooMo Travel, founded here in Austin, is an online travel website that incorporates crowd-sourcing to make trip-planning easy.

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Via 313 Dishes Out Authentic Detroit-style Pizza at 5 Locations

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Detroit-style pizza Via 313 in Austin

Via 313’s Detroit-style pizza packs maximum flavor, from the cheese caramelized crust to the gooey center

Whether you’ve tried Detroit-style or not, Austin has the place for you to chow down on these delicious pizzas. Via 313 will have you dreaming of cheesy crusts and pizza toppings for weeks once you’ve gotten a taste.

What started as a food truck on East Sixth Street quickly became an Austin favorite, growing into a local empire. Since 2011, Via 313 has expanded from one trailer to five different locations throughout our area.

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6 Local Places to Practice Archery Around Austin

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Archery Training Center Austin Texas

Archery Training Center provides recreational and competitive lessons for all ages (Credit: Archery Training Center)

Austin has its fair share of activities for locals and tourists: kayaking, hiking, bar hopping, concerts. But if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, then take up a bow and arrow (a dream come true for a medieval bookworm like myself)! Keep reading to discover six places in the Austin area where you or your kids can learn archery. [Read more…]

You Won’t Believe the Heart Behind This Yellow Building in East Austin

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Altatudes Boutique in East Austin

Altatudes is the first high-end boutique located in east Austin (Credit: Dwayne Hills/DHills Photography)

Wander down East 12th Street and you’ll find your eye drawn to a bright, yellow storefront close to Chicon Street. When you step through the front door, you shouldn’t be surprised to find an interior just as cute as the exterior of the building. This east Austin high-end boutique, Altatudes, is owned and operated by Alta Alexander, who is as charming as she is passionate and giving. [Read more…]

Tiptoe Into Whimsical Woodland Faerie Trail at Zilker Botanical Garden This Summer

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Zilker Botanical Garden Woodland Faerie Trail

Woodland Faerie Trail is open at Zilker Botanical Garden through Aug. 10, 2018

Whether you’re dipping your toes into Barton Springs Pool, jamming out at a Blues on the Green concert, or cycling around Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park will keep you busy every second of the summer. There’s another adventure to add to this year’s list of things to do around this beloved park: Woodland Faerie Trail at Zilker Botanical Garden. [Read more…]

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